QUICK REFERENCE: LPS Main Department Phone Numbers

QUICK REFERENCE: LPS Main Department Phone Numbers

Athletics and Activities....... (402) 436-1610 Business Affairs.................... (402) 436-1635 Communication Services... (402) 436-1610 Community Learning Ctrs..(402) 436-1964 Community Engagement... (402) 436-1610 Curriculum............................ (402) 436-1808 Early Childhood................... (402) 436-1995 Facility Use.............. (402) 436-1072 x82036 Federal Programs................ (402) 436-1997 Foundation for LPS............. (402) 436-1612 Human Resources................ (402) 436-1582

Instruction ........................... (402) 436-1626 Library Media Services....... (402) 436-1628 Multicultural Office............. (402) 436-1605 Nutrition Services................ (402) 436-1747 Risk Management................ (402) 436-1760 Special Education................ (402) 436-1905 Student Services.................. (402) 436-1688 Superintendent's Office..... (402) 436-1601 Transportation..................... (402) 436-1073 Wellness................................ (402) 436-1728



(402) 436-1000

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

GENERAL INFORMATION Student Calendar................................................ 1 Letter to Parents................................................. 1 Lincoln Board of Education............................. 2 District Board Boundary Map......................... 3 Communicating Concerns.............................. 3 District Map.......................................................... 4 School Directory................................................. 5 School Start and End Times............................ 6

ATHLETICS AND ACTIVITIES Intramural and Interscholastic

Athletic Participation Guidelines............ 6 Interscholastic Athletic/Activity

Participation................................................... 8

COMMUNICATION SERVICES Communications................................................ 9 Smoke-Free Environment............................... 9 Severe Weather Policy...................................... 9 Copyright and Fair Use Policy......................10 LPSDO Frequently Called Numbers...........10

CURRICULUM Gifted Program..................................................12

DEPARTMENT OF EARLY CHILDHOOD Early Childhood.................................................12

HEALTH SERVICES Student Health Information.........................13

INSTRUCTION, DIVISION OF Student Fees Policy..........................................16 Student Fees Policy Appendix.....................19

MULTICULTURAL OFFICE Multicultural Advisory Committee.............21

NUTRITION SERVICES School Cafeteria Accounts............................22 Free + Reduced Meal Benefits.....................23

Frequently Asked Questions..................23 Contact Information........................................25

SPECIAL EDUCATION Special Education Identification

and Placement Procedure.......................26

STUDENT SERVICES Parental Involvement......................................28 Birth Certificate Requirements....................28 Goals for Students............................................28 Application for

Special Attendance Permit.....................29 Educational Equity...........................................29 Guidelines for Religious Holidays...............29 Rights and Responsibilities of Students...30 Notice of Nondiscrimination/Contacts.....32 Law Enforcement.............................................32 Dating Violence Policy....................................33 Anti-Bullying Policy..........................................33 Child Abuse........................................................33 Technology Resources Use...........................33 Nuisance Items..................................................36 Student Attendance........................................36 Care of Property................................................37 Student Rights...................................................37. Rights of Divorced Parents............................42 Safe and Drug-Free Schools.........................43 Student Photo ID Cards..................................44 Visitors and Volunteers...................................44

COMMON PRACTICES.............................. 45 Communicating Grades.................................46 Elementary School Common Practices....46 Middle School Common Practices.............47 High School Common Practices..................48

THREAT ASSESSMENT Threat Assessment Program........................50 School Safety......................................................51 Searches of Students and Property...........51 Video Surveillance............................................51

TRANSPORTATION............................................52

QUICK REFERENCE: LPS Main Department Phone Numbers

Athletics and Activities...... (402) 436-1610 Business Affairs ................... (402) 436-1635 Communication Services .. (402) 436-1610 Community Learning Ctrs. (402) 436-1964 Community Engagement.. (402) 436-1610 Curriculum ........................... (402) 436-1808 Early Childhood .................. (402) 436-1995 Facility Use............. (402) 436-1072 x82036 Federal Programs ............... (402) 436-1997 Foundation for LPS ............ (402) 436-1612 Human Resources............... (402) 436-1582

Instruction .......................... (402) 436-1626 Library Media Services ...... (402) 436-1628 Multicultural Office ............ (402) 436-1605 Nutrition Services............... (402) 436-1747 Risk Management............... (402) 436-1760 Special Education ............... (402) 436-1905 Student Services ................. (402) 436-1688 Superintendent's Office .... (402) 436-1601 Transportation .................... (402) 436-1073 Wellness ............................... (402) 436-1728



(402) 436-1000

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Outside Organizations:

COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT........................52

FOUNDATION FOR LINCOLN PUBLIC SCHOOLS..........................53

FORMS (Additional copies available at )

Educational Equity Complaint Form.........54. Medical Statement for Students with Special Nutritional Needs........................55. Application for Fee Waiver and Sharing of Information Consent...........57. Title VI Student Eligibility Certification.....59.

Additional forms that need to be completed for all students are available from school offices or may be sent home on the first day of school.

THE IMPORTANT INFORMATION BOOKLET

Throughout this book the term "Parents" refers to both natural or adoptive parents and to legal guardians.

This handbook is intended to be used by students, parents and staff as a guide to the rules, regulations, and general information about Lincoln Public Schools. Each student is responsible for becoming familiar with the handbook and knowing the information contained in it. Parents are encouraged to use this handbook as a resource and to assist their child in following the rules contained in this handbook.

Although the information found in this handbook is detailed and specific on many topics, the handbook is not intended to be all-encompassing so as to cover every situation and circumstance that may arise during any school day, or school year. This handbook does not create a "contract." The administration reserves the right to make decisions and make rule revisions at any time to implement the educational program and to assure the well being of all students. The administration will be responsible for interpreting the rules contained in the handbook. Should a situation or circumstance arise that is not specifically covered in this handbook, the administration will make a decision based upon all applicable School District policies, and state and federal statutes and regulations. The information provided in this book is subject to change without notice. For an update on any LPS policies please go to our website . As we saw during the 2020-2021 school year, revisions in plans, procedure and protocols may need to be made for health (e.g., COVID) and other reasons. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to call 436-1000 or the individual department phone number listed at the beginning of each section.

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A LETTER TO PARENTS, GUARDIANS AND FAMILIES

2022-2023 Student Calendar

Lincoln Public Schools Lincoln, Nebraska

Approved 4/20

JULY

2022

S M TW T F S

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JANUARY

2023

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15 16 17 18 19 20 21

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FEBRUARY 2023 S M TW T F S 1234 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28

SEPTEMBER 2022 S M TW T F S 123 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30

MARCH

2023

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OCTOBER

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NOVEMBER 2022 S M TW T F S 12345 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30

APRIL

2023

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MAY

2023

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DECEMBER 2022 S M TW T F S 123 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31

JUNE

2023

S M TW T F S

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4 5 6 7 8 9 10

11 12 13 14 15 16 17

18 19 20 21 22 23 24

25 26 27 28 29 30

First and last days of class for students

Rev. 4/8/22

All schools not in session

All schools will dismiss early, check school building schedule

Elementary school students NOT in attendance (plan days)

Quarter start dates

Quarter end dates

GRADUATION DATES

Thursday, May 18, 2023: Yankee Hill Program Thursday, May 18, 2023: Independence Adacemy Thursday, May 25, 2023: Bryan Community Focus Program

Friday, Saturday and Sunday, May 26-28, 2023 Fri: LNS | Sat: East/LHS/LSE | Sun: LNE/LSW

Calendar Options for Families: The Lincoln Public Schools District understands and appreciates that our community has a wide variety of rich and varied religious celebrations and observances. In the event families recognize these holidays, parents should notify schools. Students will be given excused absences and allowed reasonable opportunities to make up any schoolwork missed.

Note: Changes to the calendar may occur as a result of inclement weather or other circumstances. If sufficient school time is lost as a result of calendar changes, and it brings the total number of school hours for the year below the state minimum requirements, the Superintendent will implement a plan for making up this time, which may require additional minutes added to the day, additional days added to the calendar, days previously identified as non-student days re-scheduled as student day, or other appropriate calendar or schedule measures.

August 2022

Dear Students, Parents, Guardians, and Families:

Welcome to the Lincoln Public Schools. We look forward to having you and your student as a part of our district. I, too, begin my journey with the Lincoln Public Schools this year and look forward to working with all of our team members and stakeholders to provide student success.

Lincoln Public Schools is the second-largest public school district in Nebraska. It is renowned for its proud history and a long-standing legacy of educational excellence combined with a tradition of family-friendly surroundings.

Your involvement in your child's academic and social experience is essential to this partnership for ultimate success. Together, with a team of dedicated teachers, support staff, and administrators, we offer the students a place where they are nurtured, strengthened, and educated in a dynamic learning environment. We desire that each student reaches their highest levels of academic achievement necessary to be successful in college, careers, and as citizens of our global community.

The overarching vision of Lincoln Public Schools is to prepare ALL students to be college, career, and civic-life ready with a goal of 90% on-time graduation. This vision is supported by:

? Board of Education. A seven-member board of education governs LPS with a strong reputation for commitment and passion for doing what is right for students and staff despite financial and political challenges.

? Strategic Plan. LPS is data-driven through strategic planning, as we focus our decision-making on what is best for ALL students all of the time.

? Community Support. The Lincoln community has the highest expectations for student success, and in turn, our work is supported through many community partnerships.

? Student Success. LPS constantly moves the academic needle for students because here, "All means all."

On behalf of all LPS employees and the Lincoln Board of Education, welcome to the Lincoln Public Schools.

Sincerely,

Don Mayhew, President Lincoln Board of Education

Paul R. Gausman, Superintendent Lincoln Public Schools

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Lincoln Public Schools Important Information Booklet 2022-2023

LINCOLN BOARD OF EDUCATION LPS BOARD OF EDUCATION (402)436-1601 LINCOLN PUBLIC SCHOOLS ? LINCOLN NEBRASKA

The Lincoln Board of Education is committed to providing the highest quality education for all students in Lincoln Public Schools. The Board sees the primary mission of the schools to be the development of responsible adults:

? who are productive citizens of a pluralistic community, nation and world;

? whoarepreparedtolearnthroughout their lives; and

? who are appreciative of the arts, history and culture.

As the elected governing body of the school district, the Board believes in sharing its decision-making processes with parents, students, staff, and the citizens of Lincoln. Board members are elected by district to four-year terms and serve without pay.

Board meetings are normally held on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month. The meetings begin at 6 p.m. at the District Office, 5905 O Street.

Opinions may be expressed to the Board in writing and will be distributed to Board Members.

Written comments to the Board may be addressed to:

Lincoln Board of Education Lincoln Public Schools P.O. Box 82889 Lincoln, NE 68501

All board meetings are televised live on LNKTV Education cable channel and streamed live at board. Please check the LPS website or your local cable provider listings for programming and rebroadcasting.

KATHY DANEK District #1?Term Expires?May 2025

CONNIE DUNCAN (vice president) District #2?Term Expires?May 2023

4261 Knox 68504

2975 S. 24th Street 68502

Phone (402) 464-8549

Phone (402) 419-0070

Email kathy.danek@

Email connie.duncan@

BARBARA A. BAIER District #3?Term Expires?May 2025

ANNIE MUMGAARD District #4?Term Expires?May 2023

727 South 18th Street 68508

1400 N. 37th Street 68503

Phone (402) 202-1846

Phone (402) 325-6301

Email barb.baier@

Email annie.mumgaard@

LANNY BOSWELL (ESU vice president) District #5?Term Expires?May 2025

BOB RAUNER (ESU president) District #6?Term Expires?May 2023

8340 Hollynn Lane Apartment 43, 68512

5100 Valley Road 68510

Phone (402) 202-7797

Phone (402) 450-1859

Email lanny.boswell@

Email bob.rauner@

DON MAYHEW (president) District #7?Term Expires?May 2025

5041 South 30th Street 68516

Phone (402) 730-0370

Email don.mayhew@

PAUL R. GAUSMAN Superintendent of Schools

JAMES GESSFORD Legal Counsel to Board of Education

5905 O Street 68510

Business Phone (402) 436-1601

Email pgausman@

Suite 1400 233 South 13th Street 68508 Business Phone (402) 476-9200

Rev. 7/22

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DISTRICT BOARD MEMBER BOUNDARY MAP

Lincoln Public Schools Board of Education Districts

NW 56th NW 27th

27th 56th 84th

W MCKELVIE RD W ALVO RD W FLETCHER AV W SUPERIOR ST W ADAMS ST W HOLDREGE ST

W.W O OST Street

W A ST W VAN DORN ST W PIONEERS BLVD

W OLD CHENEY RD W DENTON RD W YANKEE HILL RD W ROKEBY RD W SALTILLO RD

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??79 ??34

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???80 McKELVIE RD ALVO RD

Fletcher FLETCHER AV

HAVELOCK AV

Adams ADAMS ST

HOLDREGE ST

O StreOeSTt

A ST

Van Dorn VAN DORN ST

PIONEERS BLVD

Old Cheney OLD CHENEY RD

PINE LAKE RD YANKEE HILL RD

Rokeby Rd ROKEBY RD

SALTILLO RD

District 1 Kathy Danek 4261 Knox (68504) Phone: (402) 464-8549

District 2 Connie Duncan 2975 S. 24th Street (68502) (402) 419-0070

District 3 Barbara A. Baier 727 South 18th Street (68508) Phone: (402) 202-1846

District 4 Annie Mumgaard 1400 N. 37th Street (68503) Phone: (402) 325-6301

SW 40th SW 12th 14th 40th 70th 98th

Legend

Kathy Danek Connie Duncan

Barbara A. Baier

Lanny Boswell

Annie Mumgaard

Bob Rauner

Don Mayhew

^_ Board Member

? Map of the Lincoln Public School Board Member Voting Districts

2022

District 5 Lanny Boswell 8340 Hollynn Lane Apartment 43, (68512) Phone: (402) 202-7797

District 6 Bob Rauner 5100 Valley Road (68510) Phone: (402) 450-1859

District 7 Don Mayhew 5041 South 30th Street (68516) Phone: (402) 730-0370

Parents & Guardians: If You Have A Concern, Question or Compliment

LPS understands that when parents, families and guardians have a concern, they would like a quick resolution. Below is suggested guidance for parents, families and guardians to communicate their concerns through the appropriate channels. It is not required that parents follow the steps outlined below, but we provide this guidance to help you connect with the person who is best able to respond to you in the most accurate and timely manner. These suggestions may help lead you to the most knowledgeable, experienced and consistent responses to your messages, questions and issues.

Talk to your student's teacher. Talk to your student's principal. If you are not sure who to contact, visit our website

(). Click on the blue Contact Us button and select a topic link to get the best person to answer your question.

Contact the Department of Elementary Instruction

or Secondary Instruction.....................................(402) 436-1626

Contact members of the LPS executive team:

Superintendent...........................................................(402) 436-1601 Assoc. Supt. for Instruction.....................................(402) 436-1626 Assoc. Supt. for Business Affairs............................(402) 436-1636

Assoc. Supt. for Human Resources.......................(402) 436-1592 Assistant Superintendent

for General Administration..................................(402) 436-1605

Contact a member of the Lincoln Board of Education.

(contact information on pages 2-3)

We understand when you want to "go straight to the top," however, that might actually slow down your chances of quick results. The most timely responses will result when you target the person in your school or in the school district that has been assigned directly to your issue. If you have further questions or concerns, please communicate with either your building principal (if it is a building issue) or the LPS communications department (if it is a district or community issue) 402-436-1610.

Submit an online comment, question or compliment on our website by clicking on the blue Contact Us button.

Professional Qualifications Parents may request and the District will provide information regarding the professional qualifications of the student's teachers and paraprofessionals.

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